1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XKR | Record |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
